Software Failure

Episode 1: Therac-25 Radiation Machine Failure

Therac-25 Radiation Machine

The Therac-25 was a radiation therapy machine developed by Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) used during the mid-1980s....

Episode 2: Ariane 5 Rocket Explosion

Ariane 5 Rocket Explosion

The Ariane 5 was a European heavy-lift launch vehicle that was meant to improve upon the capabilities of its predecessor...

Episode 3: AT&T Network Failure (1990)

AT&T Network Failure

AT&T's long-distance telephone switching system was among the most robust and complex in the world...

Episode 4: Toyota Unintended Acceleration (2000s)

Toyota Unintended Acceleration

Several models of Toyota vehicles were reported to experience unintended acceleration, where vehicles would suddenly and unexpectedly accelerate...

Episode 5: Obamacare Website Launch (2014)

Obamacare Website Launch

Healthcare.gov was launched in October 2013 to enable American citizens to purchase health insurance under the provisions of the Affordable Care Act...